Squirrel Pox Could Threaten Scotland’s Red Squirrels
The squirrel parapoxvirus is mostly asymptomatic in its grey host; it has little or no effect. However, once the virus is transmitted to their red cousin it causes the fatal disease known as “squirrel pox”.
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The Ecological Vs Political
Delivery is often more ecologically defined, so perhaps we’re just stuck with political dimensions until we get the buy-in we need.
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Vaquita Rescue Gone Wrong
The most endangered marine mammal in the world, the vaquita, is facing an uncertain future as a rescue plan involving taking some animals into captivity has been abandoned after the death of a captured individual.
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Re-introductions Boost Dormice Populations
The dormouse has become a rare species, one that is highly vulnerable to extinction.
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DNA Detectives Aid Rhinos
For the first time, DNA markers have been used to provide forensic evidence to tackle poaching of the Indian rhino. A database has now been created to hold a catalogue of rhino DNA, which will also aid conservation efforts.
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Protected Areas Under Threat
An alarming new study has reported that one third of all the world's protected areas are now under intense pressure from human activity.
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